Immigration reform a key focus for upcoming Alberta referendum

Immigration reform a key focus for upcoming Alberta referendum

February 20, 2026 4:42 pm MST.

Immigration reform stands out as a key topic in the newly-released Alberta referendum questions. Asking residents if the province should take more control generally, and more. Joel Mendelson reports.

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